DOING YOUR TAXES

Canadian Income Taxes & International Students

The International Centre does not have any tax experts on staff and is not able to advise on income tax questions. However, we do want to provide information to help you understand the Canadian tax system and what you should do.

Do international students need to file taxes?

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is responsible for administering tax programs in Canada. It has created a video series to explain Canada’s taxation system and answer important questions such as “Do international students have to file taxes?”. Click here to access the video series.

Can someone help in person?

If you aren’t able to use HSF’s services, you may be able to receive support through another community tax program in the city. Please see here for a list of other options.

Is there anything else international students should know?

Beware of phone scams by fraudsters pretending to be the CRA, or police officers, and making threats. The CRA typically communicates by mail (post), or through its online system. Read this news story and the CRA instructions to protect yourself against fraud.